Phoenix Gambling Defense Lawyer & Attorney

You may be subject to criminal charges if you are conducting gambling within an establishment without a permit or a license. If it is discovered that you have been conducting illegal gambling activities or you are simply accused of doing so, then the charges against you can be serious. Because of the severity of the charges, you need the experience of a Phoenix gambling lawyer to help you navigate the complicated legal system and to use the facts in your case to aid in a better outcome.

There is a chapter within the Arizona criminal code that governs the way in which illegal gambling is handled and even how it is charged. These laws can be rather complicated and needs an attorney to navigate them. Even if you are guilty, you shouldn’t just sit back and take whatever the legal system has to throw at you. There are times when a plea bargain can result in a better outcome and there are times that certain factors in the case can lead to dismissal or acquittal. If you’ve been accused of illegal gambling in Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Scottsdale or the surrounding area it is important to give Myles A. Schneider & Associates a call before talking to the police.

Gambling-Related Offenses

There are a number of gambling-related offenses. They include:

  • Illegal bets and wagering
  • Internet gambling
  • Possession of gambling devices or gambling records
  • Offshore betting

Some individuals believe that they are betting innocently. If gambling online in an illegal way by playing simple games, such as blackjack, poker, or online slots, it is not exactly innocent and can result in an indictment against you. At this time, police are seizing computers and other technology that they believe to be used in online gambling. They also seize equipment that may be found in pubs and other establishments that are not licensed to be there.

Gambling Addiction

It has been found that many individuals that engage in illegal gambling activities, other than slot machines illegally used within establishments, because they suffer from gambling addiction. You can talk to your Arizona gambling lawyer about different resources available to you to help you with your gambling addiction and, yes, this can be brought to light in court, which is why it is very important to receive help for such an addiction. Unfortunately, it is one that causes individuals to have permanent marks on their criminal records, but the right attorney can see if your rights were violated and look at the facts in the case in order to work hard toward case dismissal, acquittal, or reduced charges.

Contact A Phoenix Gambling Lawyer

If you have been charged with a gambling offense, you need a solid defense working for you every step of the way. Myles A. Schneider & Associates has the experience to navigate the tough legal system and reach a favorable outcome in your case. To schedule your free consultation, call us at 602-926-7373 or fill out the contact form and learn about your rights and your options so you can have a better future.

Have you been charged with a crime? Get in touch with a qualified and professional Arizona Criminal Defense Lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your case! Our legal experts will fight for your rights and you will get you justice you deserve.

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